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The Canelo Álvarez–Gennady Golovkin rivalry is a middleweight boxing trilogy contested between 2017 and 2022. The first fight, in September 2017 at Las Vegas's T-Mobile Arena, ended in a controversial split-decision draw. Álvarez won the September 2018 rematch by majority decision, and the third fight in September 2022 — at super-middleweight — went to Álvarez by unanimous decision. The three fights featured 36 scheduled championship rounds.
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How many fights were in the Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin boxing trilogy?
The rivalry consisted of a blockbuster middleweight boxing trilogy that took place between 2017 and 2022. The two fighters faced off three times, culminating in the final match in September 2022.
What was the controversial outcome of the first Canelo vs. Golovkin fight?
The first fight, held in September 2017 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, ended in a highly controversial split-decision draw. Many boxing analysts and fans believed Golovkin had clearly won the fight, prompting immediate calls for a rematch.
Who officially won the second and third fights of the Canelo-Golovkin rivalry?
Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez was declared the winner of both the 2018 rematch and the 2022 trilogy finale. He won the second fight via majority decision and the third fight via unanimous decision.
What weight class did the Canelo vs. Golovkin fights take place in?
The first two fights of the trilogy were contested for the undisputed middleweight championship at the 160-pound limit. The third and final fight in 2022 was contested at super middleweight, at a catchweight of 168 pounds.
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